Music Professionals nec — Subclass 190 Pathway
Skilled Nominated visa · Permanent
At a glance
- Visa
- Subclass 190 — Skilled Nominated visa
- Points test
- Yes — points-tested via SkillSelect
- Sponsor
- State / territory nomination required
- Eligibility list
- MLTSSLSTSOLCSOL
- Base fee
- from $4,640 (check immi.gov.au for current fee)
- Processing time
- ~8-14 months (median)
Skills assessment for this occupation
Assessing Music Professionals nec for migration purposes is handled by: VETASSESS.
Each occupation has a single designated assessing authority for migration purposes — refer to the occupation page for the body that assesses it.
Music Professionals nec × Subclass 190 — pathway overview
Music Professionals not elsewhere classified (ANZSCO 211299) are listed on the Short-Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL), making this occupation eligible for the Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa. The Subclass 190 is a permanent points-tested visa requiring formal nomination by an Australian state or territory government. Applicants must obtain a positive skills assessment from VETASSESS before submitting an Expression of Interest in SkillSelect. State or territory nomination adds five points to the applicant's SkillSelect score, and applicants must be under 45 and hold Competent English (IELTS 6.0 in each band or equivalent). Individual jurisdictions set their own annual occupation lists and eligibility streams; Music Professionals nec may not appear on every state's list in every program year. The indicative fee is from AUD 4,640, with processing typically 8 to 14 months. Successful applicants are generally expected to commit to living and working in the nominating state for a defined period after visa grant. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.
Content last generated: 2026-06-26
Key requirements
High-level criteria for Subclass 190. Verify every requirement on immi.gov.au before applying.
- Under 45 years of age at invitation
- Competent English (IELTS 6 or equivalent)
- Positive skills assessment in a nominated occupation on a state list
- State or territory nomination (each state runs its own program)
- Commitment to live and work in the nominating state
- Health and character requirements
Other visa pathways for Music Professionals nec
State nominations for Music Professionals nec
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.